I do come from a strong family.

I have not taken a position on that nuclear option. My view is I'm not going to do anything until I come to that bridge. I'm not going to jump off the bridge until I come to it

My change in party will enable me to be re-elected.

But one way or another, judges perform a very vital function in our society. They have a risky job and they are entitled to security.

It has been my experience that the hearings are really, in effect, a subtle minuet, with the nominee answering as many questions as he thinks necessary in order to be confirmed.

If enough people would come out the right wing, the extremists couldn't dominate.

If you are going to have to play defense all the time, you cannot have the kind of ingenuity, assertiveness, independence, and intelligence which is what has made our country strong.